Author: Max Ellinger

Olmsted & the Olmsted Firm

The Olmsted Brothers at The Broadmoor

The Olmsted family's influence extends to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, where "The West" begins with The Broadmoor. The Olmsted Brothers designed the grounds of the iconic resort.
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In Memoriam— Marshall Webb

Olmsted 200 is saddened by the loss of Marshall Webb.
Spotlights

Spotlight on…the U.S. Capitol Grounds

Dive into Frederick Law Olmsted's design of the U.S. Capitol Grounds in Washington, D.C.
Olmsted & the Olmsted Firm

Spotlighting Morrill’s Role in the Capitol Grounds

This blog highlights the connection between Frederick Law Olmsted and Justin Smith Morrill.
Olmsted Insider Newsletter

Olmsted Insider: July 2022

Olmsted 200 is proud to share that Frederick Law Olmsted is now an honorary member of the Association of University Architects. At the association’s recent meeting, attendees voted to approve FLO’s admission to the exclusive group, noting his significant contributions to campus planning and his “democratic impulses” in higher education.
Conservation & Advocacy

NAOP To Receive Prestigious Medal from American Society of Landscape Architects

NAOP is among the 2022 Honors Recipients announced by the American Society of Landscape Architects on Tuesday. NAOP will receive the Olmsted Medal.
Olmsted Insider Newsletter

Olmsted Insider: June 2022

We're declaring this summer The Summer of Olmsted— and kicking it off with a trip to the Midwest!
Spotlights

Spotlight on…Jackson Park

Built in 1871, the Jackson Park landscape today includes lagoons, historic bridges, winding paths and the Wooded Island which were part of Olmsted’s original vision.
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Recap: Olmsted Bicentennial Gala

As the managing partner of Olmsted 200, the National Association for Olmsted Parks hosted a gala in Chicago in honor to #CelebrateOlmsted. The drew nearly 100 partners, supporters, and scholars from across the country.
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Tributes from Olmsted Bicentennial Gala in Chicago

At the Olmsted Bicentennial Gala in Chicago on June 17, 2022, friends offered moving tributes to FLO.
Spotlights

Spotlight on…Sudbrook

A look into Sudbrook, a suburban community near Baltimore designed in 1889 by Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr.
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Celebrating Olmsted in Chicago 

On June 17-18, NAOP will be in Chicago to #CelebrateOlmsted! If you plan to join us for the festivities, this blog will provide you with everything you need to know, including events and other opportunities to mark the bicentennial year of Frederick Law Olmsted.
Personal Reflections

Girl Scout Daisy Troop 60140 Celebrates Olmsted 200

Daisy Troop 60140 celebrated Olmsted 200 by learning about FLO. Plus, Girl Scouts of Western New York announces "Celebrating Olmsted: Parks for all People" patch!
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UGA Hosts Month of Events to #CelebrateOlmsted

The University of Georgia College of Environment + Design hosted several events in recognition of Frederick Law Olmsted and his impact on the American landscape.
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Olmsted Spotlight: Olmsted Parks Conservancy

In honor of Olmsted 200, Kenneth Lynch & Sons welcomes you to their series of interviews featuring Olmsted parks across the nation. This one explores Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Louisville, KY.